Word
depleted
Phoneticsde·plet·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/dɪˈpɫitɪd/
UK/dɪplˈiːtɪd/
Definitions
01used up or reduced
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having a much smaller amount of something left than there was before.
adj. reduced in quantity or number; having had the supply of something significantly diminished.
“After the long race, his energy was completely depleted and he needed to rest.”
“The region's groundwater levels have been severely depleted by decades of intensive farming and insufficient rainfall.”
Antonyms
02nuclear physics
C1 · Advanced Science Technical
adj. describing a material that has had its most active part removed.
adj. referring to a substance, particularly uranium, that has a lower proportion of a specific isotope than is found in nature.
“The military uses depleted uranium in some types of heavy ammunition.”
“Environmental groups expressed concern over the long-term effects of using depleted uranium in conflict zones due to its chemical toxicity.”
Antonyms
Real-World Examples
“Crucial military munitions stocks have been depleted, and important tools used to project power globally have been redirected towards Iran.” “Estimates suggest it could be depleted within the next 50–300 years.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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